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White oval platter of watermelon sticks.
Ashley Leonard

How to Cut Watermelon into Sticks

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Here’s how to cut watermelon into sticks, the easiest way to turn a juicy summer favorite into a kid-friendly, party-ready snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 watermelon
Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Video

Ingredients
  

  • 1 watermelon 8-12 pounds works best

Equipment

  • large cutting board
  • sharp chef's knife

Method
 

  1. Give the watermelon a good wash under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
    1 watermelon
  2. Cut watermelon in half horizontally (around the equator).
  3. Place one half face down on the cutting board. Make 1 inch vertical cuts across the watermelon.
  4. Rotate the watermelon or cutting board 90 degrees and repeat the 1 inch vertical cuts to create a grid pattern.
  5. Repeat with the second half of watermelon. Serve!

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